OPHTHALMIC CONDITIONS
Eye Trauma
Accidents, mishaps and injuries
General information about eye traumas
The human eye is well – protected within a cavity called ophthalmic orbital socket. The orbit plays a crucial role in shielding the eye from impacts or injuries. Additionally, the front surface of the eye is covered by the eyelids, which are in position to offer some degree of protection from mini accidents.
However, accidents leading to eye traumas can occur at any time and can have significant consequences, not only for the integrity of the eyeball, but also for vision itself. An eye trauma may be associated anatomically with any part of the eye (cornea, sclera, lens, retina, etc.) as well as with the surrounding area (eyelids, orbit, etc).
What are the symptoms of eye trauma?
Common symptoms of eye traumas may include:
Bruises
Lacerations to the eyelid
Diplopia (double vision)
Hemorrhage in an anatomical part of the eye (hematoma)
Redness of the eye
Swelling
Blurred vision
What are the usual conditions related an eye trauma?
Typical conditions associated with eye traumas include the following:
Corneal epithelial abrasion
Injury from a sharp object
Chemical burn
Eyelid swelling
Hemorrhage under the conjunctiva
Traumatic iritis
Hyphema
Fracture of the orbital bones
How are eye traumas treated?
Some eye traumas, such as a deep cut from an accident, may require immediate treatment or surgical intervention to prevent eye damage that could lead to permanent vision loss. On the other hand, minor eye traumas usually need simple monitoring to prevent infection scenario. For minor injuries, such as bruises, applying cold compresses to the affected area can help reduce swelling and promote faster healing of the eye trauma.
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